The Johnstons were at one time among the most powerful of the border clans. They settled originally in Annandal, and have for over six hundred years held extensive possessions on the western marches. James Johnston, the chief of the clan, was created Lord Johnston of Lochwood by Charles I in 1633. Ten years later, Charles I made hum Earl of Hartfell and Annandale.
The bouquet has aromas of black cherry, plum, cassis and raspberry complemented with mocha and vanilla. The palate continues with rich intense fruti flavours of blackberry, plums, coconut, spice and toasted oak delivering a well-balanced wine.
This wine will reward with drinking now or mature with cellaring under the right conditions.